Certified Welding Inspector - Quality

Je Co; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision metal fabrication firm in Shakopee, MN, is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector. This role is crucial for maintaining quality standards across welding operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with AWS and ASME standards, maintaining a high-quality assurance environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Professional development and certification support

Quality-driven work culture

Qualifications

• 3 years of welding inspection or QA experience required.
• Strong knowledge of AWS and ASME standards essential.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections to ensure compliance with standards.
• Document inspection results and maintain records.
• Collaborate with production staff to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification

Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment

Job description

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Job Title: Certified Welding Inspector - Quality

Location: Shakopee, MN

Company: J & E Companies

Job Type: Full-time | Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

About J & E Companies

J & E Companies is a leading precision metal fabrication and manufacturing firm based in Shakopee, MN. With decades of experience and a reputation for excellence, we specialize in delivering high-quality components to industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial equipment. As an AS9100-certified company, we are committed to the highest standards of quality and compliance in every aspect of our operations.

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our Quality Assurance team. This role is vital to maintaining welding quality across the organization, ensuring all welds and welding activities comply with AWS, ASME, project specifications, and AS9100 standards. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, a team player, and capable of overseeing welding operations in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of welds to ensure compliance with AWS standards, AS9100 requirements, and project-specific specs.
• Review and approve welding procedures and welder qualifications.
• Interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Document inspection results, maintain detailed records, and generate clear, organized inspection reports.
• Ensure adherence to internal quality control standards, safety protocols, and customer requirements.
• Conduct internal welding audits and support root cause analysis for welding-related issues.
• Oversee welding activities on-site to ensure compliance with approved procedures.
• Collaborate with welders, production staff, engineering, and customers to resolve issues and improve process quality.
  
  

Qualifications:

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required.
• Minimum 3 years of welding inspection or QA experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, materials, and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, D1.5, ASME).
• Familiarity with NDT methods and tools is essential (this role does not perform NDT, but understanding is required).
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical documents, prints, and weld symbols.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and documentation habits.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities across teams and clients.
• Physical ability to work in a fabrication shop environment and conduct hands-on inspections.
• Experience working in AS9100 or similar aerospace/defense-regulated environments is a plus.
  
  

Hours & Schedule:

• Monday - Thursday
• 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Enjoy consistent hours and 3-day weekends with a four-day workweek.
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive pay and performance-based bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Professional development and certification support
• A team-first, quality-driven work culture

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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